Wisconsin DOT Traffic Study Shows Delays, Congestion Risks if I-794 Freeway Is Removed
New analysis finds freeway removal could worsen traffic flow and travel times across downtown Milwaukee
Oconomowoc Rotary Reverses Political Ban in July 4 Parade After Community Pushback
Public backlash forced the Oconomowoc Rotary Club to reverse its controversial decision to bar elected officials and political organizations from the city’s 4th of July parade. The club restored full participation rights for political figures following days of...
Milwaukee Faces $821 Million Road Repair Crisis, DPW Report Warns
Milwaukee would need to spend more than $821 million to bring its worst streets up to acceptable condition, according to a new Department of Public Works (DPW) report presented to the Milwaukee Common Council’s Finance and Personnel Committee. The June 18 briefing to...
Trump’s Blue-Collar Wage Boom Credited to Reduced Immigration and Revived Manufacturing
Real wages for blue-collar workers are surging in early 2025, driven by a tighter labor market, falling inflation, and renewed immigration enforcement under President Donald Trump’s economic agenda. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said wages for non-supervisory...
Milwaukee Officer Shot During Foot Chase With Suspect
On June 12 Officer Sam Schwabenlander sustained a gunshot wound to the leg after responding to a call regarding men brandishing fire arms near 46th Street and Hampton Avenue. Schwabenlander and a suspect exchanged gunfire resulting in both the officer and the...
How Couples Meet in the US: The Online Revolution
In recent decades, the way couples meet in the United States has undergone a dramatic shift, primarily driven by the rise of the internet and dating apps. The viral You Tube video “How Couples Meet in the US” highlights the sharp decline in traditional ways of meeting...
Consumers Face Growing Financial Pressure as Auto Loan Rates Remain High
Post-COVID, car prices have surged due to a combination of supply chain disruptions, chip shortages, and increased consumer demand. New vehicle production slowed significantly during the pandemic, creating a backlog of demand that outpaced the available inventory....
California Passes New Law Banning Voter ID Requirements
California’s New Law and Election Security California has enacted a new law that prohibits local governments from establishing voter ID requirements. Voter identification has traditionally been implemented in various jurisdictions as a measure to secure...
Video of Dublin Girl Goes Viral After Saying Wisconsin is on Her Travel Bucket List
The internet is buzzing with a heartwarming video of a Dublin girl who caught the attention of thousands for her unique reason for wanting to visit Wisconsin. The video, which has since gone viral, features the girl wearing a University of Wisconsin sweatshirt...
Wisconsin Republicans Rally Behind Eric Hovde for Senate, Avoiding Primary Divisiveness
At the state GOP convention this past weekend, Wisconsin Republicans have coalesced behind Eric Hovde as their candidate for the U.S. Senate, avoiding the typically contentious primaries that have characterized recent statewide races. Unlike the past, where infighting...
Wisconsin Supreme Court to Revisit Absentee Ballot Drop Box Regulations
The Wisconsin Supreme Court prepares for a crucial session on Monday, marking a turning point in the state's electoral landscape. Justices will deliberate on the fate of absentee ballot drop boxes, reigniting a contentious issue that has divided political factions. In...
Elderly Victims Speak Out After Brutal Attack by Milwaukee Teens
In a distressing development, the elderly victims of a brutal attack by four Milwaukee public high school students have spoken out for the first time. The assault, captured on video, led to the arrest and charging of the teenagers involved. Three of the four accused...
Milwaukee School Erupts in Chaos: Students and Parents Involved in Massive Brawl
Just days after the first day of classes at Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS), chaos erupted at Green Tree Preparatory Academy on September 6, 2024, as Milwaukee police responded to a large-scale fight described by some sources as a “riot.” Law enforcement was called to...
DOT Places Concrete Barriers Amid Ongoing Illegal Camping at Milwaukee Park-and-Ride
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) is stepping up efforts to address the issue of illegal camping at the Holt Avenue park-and-ride lot in Milwaukee. Despite relocating about 65 individuals to stable housing, new campers continue to appear at the site....